Our Story
Affirmation and Inclusion
Living in the farthest parts of San Diego, we know the impact of not having resources or LGBTQ+ representation in our communities. Our children face cultural barriers on top of struggling to exist in their identities.
We decided rather than be upset, we could provide opportunities ourselves, with an understanding of what our youth need.
We reached out to National City Mayor Alejandra Sotelo-Solis, who gave us our first yes, after which Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, and San Diego City leaders all committed to helping us create spaces that were inclusive and safe for our youth.
We have grown from the five youths who came to our initial Rainbow Swim at Loma Verde pool in the summer of 2021 to the hundreds of families all over San Diego County who have enjoyed our free events.
Every one of our events is open to every inclusive youth up to age 24 because we know that our identities are intersectional, and often a path still being taken.
By making our events free, accessible via public transportation, and in the South and East County communities, we are determined to grow with purpose and a promise that no space should feel inaccessible for our LGBTQ+ youth.
Our 5 Community Commitments
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COMMUNITY COLLABORATION
We emphasize cultural competency by collaborating with local community grassroots organizations
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COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
We partner with local, BIPOC, Queer owned businesses for all our events to ensure that the money we receive is reinvested in the community
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PURPOSEFUL OUTREACH
Our Outreach is purposeful, with intent, by meeting our youth where they exist.
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ACCESSIBILITY
All our events are free, and centered in the communities we serve, along bus and trolley lines, to ensure cost and transportation are not a barrier.
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INCLUSIVITY
We recognize cultural, religious, and familial ties to ensure that our inclusion is truly inclusive.
Meet the Board
Advocates, Allies, and Community Members
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